Speeding fines – everything you need to know about the increased penalties for 2017

If you get caught speeding in a 20mph zone, the fine you get will depend on a number of factors – namely how fast you're going.

If you're driving at 21mph to 30mph in a 20mph zone, you'll probably get a fine of 50% of your weekly income. You'll also probably get three points on your licence.

If you're driving at 31mph to 40mph in a 20mph zone, you'll probably get a fine of 100% of your weekly income. You'll also probably get 4-6 points on your licence, or a disqualification of between 7 and 28 days.

If you're driving at more than 41mph in a 20mph zone, you'll probably get a fine of 150% of your weekly income. You'll also probably get 6 points on your licence, or a disqualification of between 7 and 56 days.

20mph zones are in place where vulnerable road users are at high risk of being injured.